Malaysia Guide: Jobs
Finding a job abroad is not easy, and foreign working conditions are often quite different from those at home. Our job guide explains where to look for a job and how to apply for it. You will also find information on salaries, working conditions and social security issues.
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Looking for work
How to find a job in Malaysia
Although English is widely spoken in Malaysia, you might want to consider learning the local language. This might help you to increase your chances to find a job (pekerjaan) and also to socialise with the locals, which again might help you expanding your professional network.
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Job applications
Cover letters, CV's and job interviews
Applying for a job online is becoming more popular in Malaysia and also more successful than using the postal way. If you are applying for a job in an international company, or your Malay skills are insufficient, write the CV in English, but do not choose any other language.
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Social Security in Malaysia
Disability and pension
Social Security is provided in Malaysia by SOCSO, the Social Security Organization. At the same time the Employment Provident Fund (EPF) supplys benefits which are predominantly for retirement purposes, but also provides withdrawal schemes for specific purposes.
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